These three weeds indicate problems with the soil in the garden: what to do

19.12.2023 12:07

An experienced gardener already in winter begins to plan the cultivation of certain crops in the beds.

He knows why certain plant diseases develop and why the potatoes are small.

But not all summer residents know that there is a category of weeds that provides the summer resident with useful information.

Let's listen to the opinion of the expert of the online publication "Belnovosti" and agronomist Anastasia Kovrizhnykh.

Which weeds will tell you about problems with the soil

Here are 3 examples.

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  1. Buttercup. This perennial plant grows in damp, poorly aerated, dense and acidic soils. Add dolomite flour, chalk or lime.
  2. Medicinal dandelion. Indicates an excess of potassium in the soil or a calcium deficiency. It is also recommended to check the soil density.
  3. Large plantain. Its presence indicates that the soil is poorly aerated, too dense and has high acidity.

Earlier we wrote about how to get rid of horseradish on your property.

Dmitry Liskovich Author: Dmitry Liskovich Internet resource editor

Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert: Anastasia KovrizhnykhExpert / Belnovosti